This role leads treasury and financial-control activities for Rakuten Travel Xchange within the Travel & Mobility Business. Responsibilities are likely to include cash-flow management, payment and settlement processes, foreign-exchange exposure, budgeting, financial reporting, internal controls, audits, and coordination with group finance teams. Candidates should have solid experience in treasury, accounting, financial control, or corporate finance, together with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience managing processes or people, working with international stakeholders, and handling multiple currencies is highly desirable. Business-level English is expected, while Japanese ability may be advantageous. The successful candidate will be expected to improve controls, provide reliable financial insight, support business growth, and communicate clearly with senior management and cross-functional teams.
Rakuten Group, Inc. is a major Japanese technology and internet company founded in 1997 and headquartered in Tokyo. It operates a broad ecosystem covering e-commerce, travel, fintech, mobile communications, digital content, advertising, and online services. Rakuten Travel is one of Japan’s leading online travel businesses, connecting customers with hotels, flights, activities, and other travel products. Rakuten Travel Xchange supports international accommodation distribution and travel partnerships, helping suppliers and travel companies access global markets. The group is known for its membership ecosystem, which links services through Rakuten Points, and for its highly international workforce. Employees typically work in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment where collaboration across countries and business units is important. The company offers opportunities to work on large-scale digital platforms and international commercial operations.
Japan offers strong opportunities in technology, finance, travel, engineering, healthcare, education, and international business. Tokyo has the largest job market and highest salaries, while Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, Sapporo, and Okinawa offer different costs of living and lifestyles. Japanese workplace culture values punctuality, preparation, respect, teamwork, and careful communication. Major cities provide excellent public transport, healthcare, safety, restaurants, and entertainment, although housing and commuting in Tokyo can be expensive. Rural areas offer more space, nature, and a slower pace but may require stronger Japanese skills. Foreign professionals generally need an employer-sponsored work visa, commonly under categories such as Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services or Highly Skilled Professional. Applicants should secure a contract, obtain a Certificate of Eligibility, and arrange residence registration and health insurance after arrival. Learning Japanese is highly recommended for daily life and long-term career development.
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